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Marketing Website Editorial Intern 

Please complete this online application to apply for an Experience Grand Rapids internship. The deadline to submit is 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Job Title:           Marketing Website Editorial Intern

Reports to:         VP of Marketing, Marketing Convention and Editorial Manager

Time-Period:      December 2026 through December 2027

Position Summary:

Experience Grand Rapids is looking for an intern to assist with the project management of website articles across a variety of platforms. The intern in this position will gain real-world experience in working on a successful content marketing team. Experience will include updating and publishing article content to a website, assisting with the article update and review process, as well as working with a fast-paced marketing team. The individual in this position will learn how to effectively utilize project management software (Wrike) to collaborate with team members. This is a great position for those wanting to learn more about brand storytelling and content marketing.

Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to the following:

  • Update and optimize website content across ExperienceGR.com
  • Support the planning, organization, and implementation of content for Experience Grand Rapids' new website redesign and platform migration project, to launch in 2027
  • Assist with content optimization for search engines and large language model (LLM) readability
  • Project management of various web content, including working with copywriter for assignments
  • Input, edit, and maintain content within the Content Management System (CMS)
  • Fact check and review Experience Grand Rapids published content for accuracy and quality
  • Help curate and maintain Grand Rapids destination content on Michigan.org
  • Attend Marketing/Staff team meetings and provide input (as schedule allows)
  • Contribute to the social media planning and monitoring process as needed
  • Assist the Marketing team as needed

Desired Skill Set:

  • Skilled Student – Enrolled student currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in relevant field of study
  • Editorial ace – Has a keen eye for grammar and punctuation and what makes a good story
  • Passionate Grand Rapidian -Knowledgeable of the Grand Rapids area and what makes it a desirable destination
  • Impressive communicator- Above average written and verbal communication skills
  • Creative thinker - Provide creative input and positive approach to projects
  • Independent worker – Able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
  • Detail driven - Goes beyond surface level to thoroughly complete tasks and projects
  • Marketing maven- Understanding of marketing, social media, branding, tourism, website & social analytics
  • Task juggler- Take initiative and capable of managing multiple projects at once by being organized
  • Fast learner- Ability to quickly understand position-specific program

Time Requirements:

  • Ability to work 20 hours per week.
  • Hybrid position: remote + downtown Grand Rapids office (fully remote is not an option at this time)
  • Availability from December 2026 - December 2027 (potential extension through May 2028 for the right undergraduate candidate). We are seeking a student that will not graduate before December 2027 (will be a student for the duration of the internship).
  • Possible evening/weekend on-call dates for some events and social monitoring.

Benefits:

  • Paid internship
  • Paid downtown parking provided for duration of internship
  • Work environment conducive to learning, great experience! 

Please complete this online application to apply for an Experience Grand Rapids internship. The deadline to submit is 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Experience Grand Rapids is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.